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Power turbines are driven by steam. Steam can be raised by thermal, nuclear or geothermal processes. Wind and water can also drive a generator.
The auxiliaries for a power station (which I think is what this question is asking) are typically powered by step down Transformers within the power station. In nuclear power stations there are often standby-critical supplies which are driven by gas turbines or diesel generators.
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Why were Nuclear Power Stations made?
Nuclear power plants were made in the hope of providing a more efficient source of electricity than is obtained from coal powered plants.
Can traditional power stations be switched on and off at will?
No, they can't, they have to be powered up and down over several hours - especially nuclear power stations. This is why hydroelectric power stations are so useful to deal with surges in power demand, they can go from zero to full in seconds - Dinorwig Hydroelectric powerstation is the fastest, taking 12 seconds to go from 0 - 1,320 mw.
What energy transformation's in a solar powered calculator?
The energy transformation that is in a solar powered calculator is:Device: Solar-powered calculatorInput:Solar energy and Chemical energyOutput: LightThere is 2 ways a Solar-powered calculator is worked by: Solar power and batteries. In the batteries there is chemical. On the solar powered calculator there is a little solar panel. The calculator needs light to power it up. If there is no light the batteries would be it's backup. The numbers are shown by light that the power or batteries and solar power would produce.
Will switching to gas powered power stations improve air quality?
depends on what you're switching from. It's probably cleaner than coal, but that only makes it the lesser of two evils.
Do power stations work with a wire and magnet?
Some power stations do work with a wire and magnet but some others don't.
What percentage of power stations in the UK are gas powered?
39%
What type of power resource is used in Mexico?
Most common are oil-powered thermal power stations; there are also some coal-powered and nuclear-powered stations (Mexico has two nuclear reactors worth 1.4 GW). There are also geothermal power plants and hydroelectric plants. Wind and solar power are growing in importance, but are still uncommon.
How many ways can you power a mine cart in Minecraft?
The only way to power a minecart is a Powered Rail.
What gives us electricity?
Power stations, which can either be coal, gas, nuclear powered. Green power such as wind, wave and solar power can also be harnessed to generate electricity.
Can you use salt water in coal powered electricity stations?
Yes - some power stations located on the coast use sea water to cool the condensers. Examples of this include:Gladstone Power Station in Queensland, AustraliaKoeberg Nuclear Power Station in South Africa
Does UK need any nuclear power stations?
no because they should find different ways to suply power no because they should find different ways to suply power
Why were Nuclear Power Stations made?
Nuclear power plants were made in the hope of providing a more efficient source of electricity than is obtained from coal powered plants.
Can traditional power stations be switched on and off at will?
No, they can't, they have to be powered up and down over several hours - especially nuclear power stations. This is why hydroelectric power stations are so useful to deal with surges in power demand, they can go from zero to full in seconds - Dinorwig Hydroelectric powerstation is the fastest, taking 12 seconds to go from 0 - 1,320 mw.
Who invented the water powered loom in 1787?
it is a power loom it helps people in many ways
Where does Merritt BC's power come from?
With the large number of mountain fed rivers the area is most likely powered by falling water hydro- electricity stations
How is water harness?
By using hydro powered stations that can turn water into energy to power your house. It also is harnessed by water turbines to filter the unwanted in the water.
What is solar power powered by?
Solar Power is powered by the sun
